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Loan Credit Default Swap Index (LCDX)

Definition
An index of loan-only credit default swaps (CDS). A credit default swap is a hedge against a borrower defaulting on a loan. The LCDX is an index of 100 companies that have unsecured loans. Purchasing the LCDX provides greater diversification than purchasing individual credit default swaps.

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